Description:
Director - Development Services
Dorset Council is a forward-thinking local government organisation located in North East Tasmania, dedicated to fostering an inclusive, thriving, and connected community. Dorset Council currently have a full-time opportunity for a Director - Development Services to Join Council's executive Management Team.
By joining Council, you will have the opportunity to work, live and play in a beautiful region that boasts a unique blend of untamed wilderness, rugged mountain ranges, spectacular waterfalls, rich agricultural landscapes and stunning beaches. Mountain biking and golfing enthusiasts will appreciate having world class attractions such as the Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails and Barnbougle Links Golf Resort on their doorstep. While the region speaks for itself, the real highlight is the supportive and inclusive community which prides itself on fostering a close-knit environment where everyone feels welcome.
About the Role
Council is seeking an experienced leader to join the team as Director - Development Services. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic vision, leadership, and expert guidance to ensure that both short-term and long-term plans are in place to accommodate the future growth of the Dorset municipality. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team that deliver critical services including:
- Strategic and Statutory Planning
- Building and Plumbing Services
- Environmental Health
- Animal Management
- Community Services
Reporting to the General Manager, you will be part of a high performing and cohesive executive management team who will trust in your ability to make decisions, to create an impact and to contribute to the collective success of the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, motivate and empower a multi-disciplined team of personnel to ensure services are provided efficiently and effectively.
- Deliver service excellence across all facets of the Department with a high-level customer service approach.
- Ensure a positive, proactive stance in recognising and supporting development opportunities which deliver a benefit to the community.
- Ensure Council's compliance functions are carried out in accordance with the relevant legislation, regulations and code
Qualifications and Experience
- A tertiary qualification in Planning or significant experience in an equivalent role.
- A proven track record in a successful leadership role within the planning discipline, with the capability to perform at a senior leadership level.
- Demonstrated experience in providing quality leadership to a multi-disciplinary team, with the aptitude to develop capability and foster a high morale and high performance culture.
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of legislation for the planning, building, compliance and environmental health portfolios and their associated regulations (or ability to acquire).
- Understanding of and appreciation for community development principles.
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
To be successful in this role you will have vast demonstrated experience in managing similar function areas. Local government experience or experience within a similar, large and complex organisation would assist your transition into this role. You will also have the skillset and drive to assist Dorset Council to deliver the initiatives contained in their Strategic and Annual plans.
To Apply
If you are ready to take on this exciting leadership role and contribute to the future of Dorset, we invite you to submit your application. For a position description or to apply, please visit: mcarthur.com.au referencing job number J7028 in the Search bar.
For a confidential conversation, please contact Danielle Jupp or Fiona Bain on (03) 9828 6565 .
Applications close: Sunday 13 April 202 5